Tempo Drill Three - "Volleying the Ball"

Exercise Objectives:
This is a great group practice to develop individual and team tempo, rhythm and timing. Best used for player age 12 and upwards.

Field Preparation
4 Players
Area 10 yards x 10 Yards
Cones or Flag poles
Supply of Balls
Colored Bibs

Coaching Pointers:
Position a player in each corner with a ball each. The players hold the ball in their hands. This drill is a simple progression from the second drill but now the players “Volley” the ball. This makes the exercise much more challenging.

You will immediately notice the difference in the tempo once the players move from their hands to their feet.

Coach should develop a high tempo rhythm as quickly as possible. On the coach’s command the players throw the ball in the “opposite” direction. Players must try to establish a smooth transition. Timing and communication is critical in establishing a rhythm. Players must be extremely alert to enable the group to work together. Players should be constantly glancing side to side.

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